At UP YER AIRTS it’s all about putting on events that YOU want to see. We want to hear your ideas so we can help you make them a reality. If you want an event to LOVE to see happen, we’ll support you to DO IT YOURSELF.
The DIY Fund
Up Yer Airts is buzzing to announce our latest opportunity for young people in DG.
Drum roll please…
May we present to you, the DIY Fund.
What is it?
This fund is exactly what it says on the tin, we want you to take ownership of a creative idea and bring it to life. If you’ve been waiting in the sidelines for your time to come, this is it.
The DIY Fund is available to young people 30 and under to take an idea from the drawing board into the real word, without having to worry about costs.
The team at Up Yer Airts will be here to help every step of the way.
We have several different awards that you can apply for, depending on the scale of your project and ambition. You are welcome to apply as individuals or as a group. The awards listed below:
- 1 x £1000
- 2 x £500
- 2 x £250
What will Up Yer Airts fund?
We are really flexible with what we will fund, so if you’re unsure it’s best to ask us. Some examples of what you might want to do could be:
- Record a single with your band.
- Put on an event ( a gig, an exhibition, a fundraiser, a rave)
- Make a piece of Art
- Make a film/documentary
- Rent a piece of equipment to help you create something
- Research an idea you want to build on
- THE LIST GOES ON!
How do I apply?
To apply, please complete the application form here. https://forms.office.com/e/XiUA6SEWhw
If you have trouble with the form and want to apply in any other way, such as video or voice note please email us at hello@upyerairts.com answering the following questions:
- What is your name?
- What age are you?
- Are you based in Dumfries and Galloway, if so where?
- What is your idea?
- Which amount of money will you be applying for and how have you arrived at this decision?
- How will access to this fund help you move forward with your idea?
- Will this project help you to reach any future ambitions?
- Do you have any examples of previous work related to your idea?
When do I have to apply, and what is the timescale?
Please apply before Monday the 10th of June to be in with a chance at receiving an award. Applications will then be reviewed by a panel of young people ahead of the decision date of Monday the 17th June.